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Growing group of local, veteran Commercial bankers has 173 years of combined experience in Kansas City metro banking Overland Park, KS – June 21, 2022 — Bank of Blue Valley announces the expansion of its commercial banking team, hiring new talent and the “next generation” of leaders as part of the company’s ongoing growth in the greater Kansas City market. With the bank’s increased emphasis on commercial banking, the appointments of this local team help increase its reach and ensure the bank continues to provide the exceptional level of service that clients have come to expect. New hires...

While planning your short-term goals, it is always a good idea to take stock of how these shorter-term plans align with your long-term financial goals. Read more here on how to keep things on track with your short-term financial goals. Like most people, you probably have some short-term financial goals in mind. Perhaps you’ve got your eye on a new smartphone or vacation package? Or maybe you’re looking at more big-ticket items, like a new house or a new car? In any case, you need to make sure that your short-term financial goals align with your long-term investments. Let’s dive into the...

What type of investor are you? Do you prefer to play it safe? Are you looking to take more risks? Do you dive into market research, or do you trust your gut? Let’s find out... What if we told you your investment strategy likely parallels your personality? Your day-to-day decision-making is a great "jumping-off point" for determining what type of investor you are. Aligning your investment strategy with your personality can theoretically help you make the best decisions possible. After all, if you're not one to take unnecessary risks in life, why would you do so with your money? Let's explore...

While businesses can’t do much to avoid interest rates and inflation on a macro level, this does not mean they have to shy away from goals and growth until the problem resolves itself. Strengthening your vendor/supplier relationships is a good way to mitigate these uncertain times. Read more here. The Federal Reserve has made some historical moves this past year, hiking rates by three-quarters of a percentage point—the most significant increase since 1994— twice, in both June and July. Interest rates are the most potent weapon the Fed wields against inflation—inflation that reached record...

Owning or renting: which is actually a better strategy during inflationary times? With inflation climbing, you should consider all the factors associated with buying property as you navigate the CRE market. Read more as we delve into this issue. In an attempt to curb inflation, the Federal Reserve has embarked on a series of aggressive interest rate hikes over the course of 2022. The Fed raised rates by half a percentage point in May, followed by historically high three-quarters of a point hikes back-to-back in June and July. Fed officials have signaled that they expect to reach 3.25–3.5%...